First National Bancshares Inc. Reports 2nd Quarter Results

First National Bancshares Inc. (Nasdaq:FBMT), a
Bradenton based holding company and parent of 1st National Bank &
Trust, has announced earnings for the first six months of 2005.
   Earnings for the first six months of 2005 were $1.93 million
compared to $1.36 million for the first six months of 2004, a 42%
increase.
   For the first six months of 2005, undiluted earnings per share
were $.58 compared to $.42 (adjusted for stock dividend) for the first
six months of 2004.
   First National Bancshares is located in Bradenton, Florida. More
information can be obtained through the bank's web site at
http://www.firstnbt.com, or on line through the stock symbol FBMT.